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Luka Doncic Continues Historic Start To 2026-27 Season

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic has been on an absolute tear to begin this season and that continued on Wednesday night against the Sacramento Kings. Doncic finished with 40 points, nine rebounds and seven assists as the Lakers came…

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 2:00 PM
Luka Doncic Continues Historic Start To 2026-27 Season
Key Things to Know
  • Luka Doncic is producing a historic scoring run to start the season for the Los Angeles Lakers.
  • Doncic recorded 40 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists in a 116-103 win over the Sacramento Kings.
  • He became the first NBA player to post 35 points, five rebounds, five assists, and five 3-pointers in six straight games.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic continued a historic start to the season, recording 40 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists in a 116-103 victory over the Sacramento Kings. Doncic became the first player in NBA history to record at least 35 points, five rebounds, five assists, and five 3-pointers across six consecutive games.

Through eight games, Doncic has scored 408 total points, the highest mark since Wilt Chamberlain scored 418 in 1962-63. He has also surpassed San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama as the betting favorite for the MVP award.

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